Matsumoto Seicho Memorial Museum

The Matsumoto Seicho Memorial Museum is a biographical museum in Kitakyushu dedicated to the Japanese author's life and work. The building contains manuscripts, photographs, and personal objects across different gallery spaces, offering an overview of his career and creative process.

The museum was designed by architect Tadanaga Miyamoto and opened in 1998 near Kokura Castle, a historic fortification in Kitakyushu. It was established to preserve and share the legacy of the influential author.

The museum displays the author's reconstructed study, library, and reception room that were moved from his Tokyo home to this location. Walking through these spaces gives you a sense of how he lived and worked on his writing.

The museum is located in the Jonai district and can be reached easily from the local train or bus station. Plan to spend a couple of hours here to properly view all the exhibition areas and the recreated rooms at a relaxed pace.

The museum operates a research center that publishes academic journals annually focused on the author's work and influence. This ongoing scholarly effort shows how seriously the institution takes its role in preserving his literary legacy.

Location: Jōnai

Inception: August 4, 1998

Architects: Tadanaga Miyamoto

Official opening: August 4, 1998

Website: https://seicho-mm.jp

GPS coordinates: 33.88389,130.87250

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:29